We are excited to introduce the first edition of our agency’s newsletter. During our strategic planning process, we began to discuss “who we are” and “what our mission is” in the community. I was thinking about the hard work, effective programs, and innovative projects that we see at the agency everyday and the need to share (brag about?) these activities. There is much to tell about our agency and the work we do—and this newsletter is designed to get that good news out!

After collaborating with Theresa Pancoe and Glenna Ress (the creative energy), and later with Floree Stubbs and Shawn King (the technical energy), we set a timeframe to launch the first edition.

You may have noticed that the creativity slowed down a bit when we got to the name of the newsletter. Therefore, we will be having a “name the newsletter” contest. The person who submits the winning title will receive a $20 gift certificate for Overtures Restaurant with my compliments. Entries may be placed in a box in the staff lounge from August 12, 2009 to August 26, 2009 for anyone who wants to submit an entry.

We will publish the newsletter every other month and will be looking for news and information from everyone. For any aspiring reporters, a feature column might be in your future!

So, relax—take time to read the newsletter and give us your feedback.

Here’s the news!

Denise